Celebrating August in the Liturgical Year
- ashleytumlinwallac
- Aug 1
- 3 min read
Happy first day of August!
August invites us deeper into the quiet beauty of Ordinary Time, a season that, despite its name, is rich with meaning and growth. As summer begins to wind down, this month offers space to slow our pace, lean into rhythms of rest, and cultivate habits that draw us closer to the heart of God. It’s a sacred time for deepening roots, nurturing faith, and embracing the steady work of spiritual formation in the everyday. I can’t wait to celebrate it with you! I can’t wait to celebrate it with you!
Here’s an overview with helpful links:
August 6th - The Feast of the Transfiguration
August 15th - The Feast of St. Mary, the Virgin
August 24th - The Feast of St. Bartholomew
Current Season: Ordinary Time
During the month of August, we continue our journey through the season of Ordinary Time. Here is a helpful article overviewing the season:
And check out my latest guidebook, The Liturgical Home: Ordinary Time. It gives you everything you need to know to celebrate the season of Ordinary Time in your home.
August 6th - The Feast of the Transfiguration
On the Feast of the Transfiguration, we behold Christ in radiant glory, His divine nature unveiled before Peter, James, and John on the mountaintop. This moment of awe and wonder reminds us that Jesus is not only the suffering servant, but also the exalted Son of God. As the voice of the Father declares, “This is my Son, the Beloved; listen to Him,” we’re invited to fix our eyes on Christ and be transformed by His presence. This feast calls us to carry the light of that mountaintop encounter into the valleys of our everyday lives, knowing that the glory we glimpse in Him is the same glory He desires to shine in us.
August 15th - The Feast of St. Mary, the Virgin
On the Feast of St. Mary, the Virgin, we honor the one who bore Christ into the world with humility, courage, and unwavering faith. Chosen by God and filled with grace, Mary responded with a simple “yes” that changed the course of history. Her life magnifies the Lord, not through power or prestige, but through surrender, trust, and love. As we remember her today, we’re invited to follow her example: to say “yes” to God’s call, to carry Christ into the world, and to let our lives sing with the joy of the Magnificat. Blessed is she who believed.
August 24th - The Feast of St. Bartholomew
On the Feast of St. Bartholomew, we remember a faithful apostle who followed Jesus with quiet strength and unwavering conviction. Though little is recorded about him in Scripture, tradition tells us that Bartholomew proclaimed the Gospel even to the ends of the earth and gave his life for it. His story reminds us that faithfulness doesn’t always need to be loud to be powerful. In a world that celebrates fame, Bartholomew’s humble witness invites us to embrace steady obedience, deep trust, and the quiet courage to share Christ wherever we are.
Follow along as I share everything you’ll need to celebrate every special day this month, including the history, recipes, and traditions!
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